Roseville in Placer County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Roseville’s First City Hall
Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 21, 2010
1. Roseville’s First City Hall Marker
In April 1909, the newly incorporated City of Roseville leased the upper level of the historic two story J.D. Pratt, later William Sawtell, store building at the corner of Pacific and Lincoln Streets for use as the town’s first City Hall.Rent was set at $12.00 per month including janitorial services.
City fathers met here until 1911 when they moved to new quarters on Vernon Street.
Fire destroyed the original building in 1916.
Erected by Roseville Historical Society. (Marker Number 3.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical month for this entry is April 1909.
Location. 38° 45.062′ N, 121° 17.067′ W. Marker is in Roseville, California, in Placer County. Marker is at the intersection of Lincoln Street and Pacific Street, on the right when traveling south on Lincoln Street. Marker is mounted on the left corner of the restaurant building that now occupies this site. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Roseville CA 95678, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Barker Hotel (within shouting distance of this marker); Bank of Italy Building
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Photographed By Syd Whittle, October 21, 2010
2. Roseville’s First City Hall Marker
Marker is visible on the left corner of the building.
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 786 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 22, 2010, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
